The Yamaha FGX830C electric-acoustic folk guitar combines innovative acoustic engineering with traditional craftsmanship to create an instrument that stands out in both unplugged and amplified settings. This cutaway design provides comfortable access to the upper frets, making it ideal for lead work and complex chord voicings that extend beyond the 12th fret.
At the heart of this guitar’s exceptional tone lies cutting-edge acoustic analysis technology from Yamaha’s Research and Development Division, which enhances the low- to mid-range frequencies for a fuller, more powerful sound. The solid spruce top paired with rosewood back and sides undergoes meticulous curing and drying processes, finished with hand-sprayed lacquer that not only protects but enhances the natural beauty of the timber.
The FGX830C features a sophisticated electronics package including an under-saddle piezo pickup system paired with the System66 analogue preamp, ensuring reliable performance when plugged in. The newly designed scalloped bracing pattern maintains structural integrity of the soundboard while maximising acoustic projection, creating a guitar built to provide decades of musical enjoyment.
- Traditional Western Body
- Solid Spruce Top
- Rosewood Back and Sides
- Newly Developed Scalloped Bracing
- Rich Overtones
- Under-Saddle Piezo Pickup and System66 Analog Preamp



